Come on, hear the noise of Stomp

Wordless, witty and fun, STOMP has become a global phenomenon over the last 26 years.Its universal language of rhythm, theatre, comedy and dance has resonated with audiences around the world, setting feet stamping, fingers drumming and adrenalin rushing for over 12 million people in 55 countries across six continents.Eight performers use an array of ordinarily mundane objects, from which they create musical magic; an exhilarating soundtrack inspired by the commotion of everyday life. Everything from Zippo lighters, bin lids, and even the kitchen sink are used to hammer out an explosively feel-good rhythm enjoyed by audiences of all ages.“Trolleys” plays on the everyday experience of negotiating a busy shopping aisle with a fully laden supermarket trolley, with the piece building to STOMP’s first ever fully-fledged drum corps march: certainly an eye-catching spectacle.“Frogs” explores the bizarre sonic possibilities of a variety of plumbing fixtures: it has to be heard to be believed!In another spectacular routine, paint cans are tossed between the performers, as they simultaneously build an astonishingly complex rhythm over every surface of the airborne cans.With the emphasis very much on ‘spectacular’, the Stompers are also joined by inflated monster truck inner tubes strapped around their waists to create both a dance of bobbing, whirling rubber skirts and pounding, portable drum kits – the ultimate redefinition of ‘surround sound’.Still remaining is STOMP’s signature high-octane mix of slick choreography, tight ensemble work, industrial percussion, and continuous comedy; as the irrepressible troupe turn brooms into soft shoe partners, clapping into intricate conversations and water cooler bottles into sophisticated instruments.Producer James Cundall, CEO of Lunchbox Theatrical Productions says STOMP is one of his favourite shows.“It is a unique and supremely clever idea, to create music from everyday objects and combine it with side-splitting comedy and intricate choreography to produce a polished theatrical performance, the likes of which you’ve never seen before,’’ he says.“STOMP has little or no melody in the traditional sense, so it doesn’t matter if your taste in music is jazz, classical, dance or pop. The show has no words either, so it really is a show for everyone,” adds Mr Cundall.Loved by audiences of all ages, this multi award-winning show has enjoyed 15 years in London’s West End, and will close at the Ambassadors Theatre in January. On Broadway STOMP is enjoying its 23rd year, breaking the record for the longest-running show at the Orpheum Theatre.The fun started back in 1991 at the Edinburgh Festival in Scotland, with a single drum hanging around Co-Creator/Director Luke Cresswell’s neck.STOMP was an instant hit, becoming the Guardian’s "Critic's Choice" and winning the Daily Express's "Best of the Fringe" award, and went on to play to capacity audiences around the world.In 1994 STOMP received an Olivier Award nomination for “Best Entertainment” and won the award for "Best Choreography in a West End Show". With appearances at the Oscars, the Emmy's, on prime-time US TV shows such as Letterman and Leno, and even at the London 2012 Olympics, STOMP has become a household name across the world. “We are really excited about coming back to Australia,” says STOMP’s Co-Creator/Director Steve McNicholas.“If you’ve never seen STOMP you should come and see what all the noise is about, and if you have, come again and see what’s new.”STOMP is presented in Australia by Lunchbox Theatrical Productions, David Atkins Enterprises, STOMP Productions and Glynis Henderson Productions.STOMP, Adelaide Entertainment Centre Theatre, cnr Port Road & Adam Street Hindmarsh, June 6 to 10. Bookings: Ticketek 300 364 001 orStompTour.com.au